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Bong Go helps recovering fire victims rebuild in Valenzuela City
The Office of Senator Christopher “Bong” Go led a relief operation for fire victims in Valenzuela City on Tuesday, September 5, as part of the senator’s efforts to help disaster-affected households rebuild and recover. The distribution was held at Arkong Bato National High School in coordination with Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian. The senator’s team provided grocery packs, masks, shirts, vitamins, snacks, and balls for basketball and volleyball to 225 recovering fire victims. They also gave away shoes and mobile phones to select individuals. Meanwhile, the National Housing Authority (NHA) provided housing assistance to each affected family through the Emergency Housing Assistance Program (EHAP). “Isinulong din natin na mabigyan sila ng National Housing Authority ng ayuda pambili ng housing materials tulad ng pako, yero at iba pa upang maisaayos muli ang kanilang mga tirahan,” Go highlighted. “Itong EHAP program, isinulong ko ito noon at patuloy na sinusuportahang mapondohan ang programa ngayon upang mas marami pang mga biktima ng sakuna ang makapagpatayo ng maayos na bahay at makabangon muli mula sa trahedya,” he added. The relief activity was attended by several officials, including NHA Assistant General Manager Alvin Feliciano, who expressed his appreciation for the senator, saying, “Senator Bong Go, ang buong barangay po ng Arkong Bato ay nagpapasalamat sa inyong biyaya. Napakalaking tulong po nito sa amin. Lalo na para makaahon sila sa buhay. Mr. Malasakit, saludo po kami sa inyo.” Meanwhile, Go highlighted Republic Act No. 11589, also known as the Bureau of Fire Protection Modernization Act of 2021. The law, which was authored and co-sponsored by Go, aims to enhance the capabilities of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) through a ten-year modernization program, which includes the recruitment of more firefighters, acquisition of new fire equipment, and specialized training. “Alam ko pong mahirap ang masunugan pero magtiwala lang po kayo sa gobyerno at tayo po ay makakaahon muli. Ang importante ay walang nasaktan. Ang pera ay kikitain naman po natin yan pero ang buhay ay hindi nabibili ng pera. A lost life is a lost life forever kaya mag-ingat tayo,” said Go. The lawmaker likewise continues to push for the enactment of Senate Bill No. 192, which seeks to institutionalize the Rental Housing Subsidy Program. Under the proposed measure, a housing and social protection program will be developed to provide disaster victims better and more affordable access to the formal housing market through the provision of rental subsidies provided by the government. Meanwhile, Go filed SBN 193, or the proposed Mandatory Evacuation Center Act, which aims to ensure that disaster victims will have temporary shelters that will guarantee their safety and welfare while they recover and rebuild their lives. The senator also encouraged residents to take advantage of the services offered in Malasakit Centers nationwide, including those established in Valenzuela Medical Center and Valenzuela City Emergency Hospital, which are both located in the city. The Malasakit Center is a one-stop shop that brings together relevant agencies to provide medical aid to poor and indigent Filipinos. Go is the principal author and sponsor of the Malasakit Centers Act, which has successfully assisted over seven million Filipinos through its 158 operational centers nationwide. “Ako po ay nasunugan at tinulangan po ako ng mahal na mayor at mahal na Senator Bong Go sa kahirapan. Ako rin po ay nanganak at tinulungan ng Malasakit Center sa aking bill. Kaya naman nagpapasalamat ako kay Senator Bong Go sa programa niya dahil ako ay natulungan ng Malasakit Center,” Manilyn Sarmiento, one of the beneficiaries, expressed. Go also expressed his support for the construction of 28 Super Health Centers in strategic locations across Metro Manila, in collaboration with the Department of Health. These centers are designed to offer a wide range of basic health services, database management, out-patient, birthing, isolation, diagnostic (laboratory: x-ray, ultrasound), pharmacy, and ambulatory surgical unit. Other available services are eye, ear, nose, and throat (EENT) service; oncology centers; physical therapy and rehabilitation center; and telemedicine, which makes remote diagnosis and treatment of patients possible. Moreover, echoing President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr.’s priority of bringing specialized medical services closer to other parts of the country, Go has successfully sponsored in the Senate the Regional Specialty Centers Act which he also filed as one of its authors. As vice chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance, Go has been a staunch supporter of various initiatives in the city. These include the construction of the Valenzuela Center for Academic Excellence, acquisition of ambulance units for the city government, and the construction of a multipurpose building in Brgy. Canumay West. The post Bong Go helps recovering fire victims rebuild in Valenzuela City appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Senators grill VP Duterte on proposed P500-M confidential funds
Senators on Monday quizzed Vice President Sara Duterte over her office request for confidential funds amounting to P500 million for the upcoming fiscal year. During the deliberation of the Senate Committee on Finance for the proposed P2.385 billion budget of the Office of the Vice President, Duterte was asked about her request for confidential funds. Of nine senators who were lined up to ask questions about the OVP budget, only Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III and Senate Minority Deputy Leader Risa Hontiveros inquired about the allocation of confidential funds to Duterte’s office. Hontiveros particularly questioned Duterte on which mandates of the vice president needed the allocation of confidential funds. Duterte said all the OVP’s projects would require confidential funds. “All of the projects of the Office of the Vice President use the confidential funds that are intended for the safe, secure and successful implementation of programs, projects and activities and engagements of the OVP and all of the satellite offices, including the central office of the Office of the Vice President,” she said. The Vice President specifically said all the programs implemented by her office benefit from the confidential funds, such as entrepreneurship programs; peacebuilding in communities; tree-planting programs; feeding programs; disaster and relief operations; and free transportation programs. “In addition to that, I discharge the functions and duties of the secretary of the Department of Education. In addition to that, I was tasked by the president to co-chair the National Task Force on Ending Local Communists. In addition to that, I also took on the role of president of the Southeast Asian Ministers, Education Ministers Organization. All of these activities use confidential funds,” she said. “In addition, there are times when the President is on official trips, travel abroad. I chair the executive committee which is the caretaker of the Office of the President. This is an additional workload from all of the workload I have mentioned,” she added. Confidential funds are supposed to be utilized for “surveillance activities in civilian government agencies that are intended to support the mandate or operations of the said agency.” Duterte also said the liquidation of the allocated confidential funds was enumerated in the OVP’s report submitted to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Senate President and the Commission on Audit. She also confirmed that the OVP was undertaking surveillance activities and gathering intelligence – a mandate given by the Constitution to civilian government agencies such as the Philippine National Police, Armed Forces of the Philippines and National Intelligence Coordination Agency. “That is correct. As an example, we did a surveillance of complaints from constituents in Bulacan with regard to the selling of OVP assistance and the selling of TUPAD projects in Bulacan," she said. This prompted Hontiveros to ask Duterte how she could ensure that there would be no duplication of work by her office and other civilian government agencies. “There is no redundancy and duplication of effort because we have different mandates from the other government agencies,” the Vice President responded. Duterte also argued that the OVP is not insisting on any amount for its confidential funds, adding that it is up to the members of Congress if they would grant her office's request. "The OVP can only propose the use of confidential funds based on Joint Circular 2015-01 but we leave it to the decision and discretion of Congress [which] has the power of the purse to decide whether to grant confidential funds to our office," she said. "We can only propose but we are not insisting. We can live without confidential funds, but of course, our work will be much easier if we have the flexibility of confidential funds in monitoring the safe, secure and successful implementations of the programs and projects and activities of the OVP," she added. Meanwhile, Pimentel asked Duterte for her basis in seeking P500 million in confidential funds. Duterte said the basis for her office’s request is Joint Circular No. 2015-01. Unsatisfied, Pimentel said that Joint Circular No. 2015-01 issued by COA and Departments of Budget and Management, of National Defense and of the Interior and Local Government and the Governance Commission for GOCCs in 2015 only “governs the use of confidential funds.” Duterte countered that “the fact there is Joint Circular No. 2015-01... presumes that national government agencies are allowed or can request confidential funds because otherwise there will not be a joint circular for the use of national government agencies...” Joint Circular No. 2015-01 contains guidelines on the entitlement, release, use, reporting and audit of CIFs. After about an hour and a half, the Senate panel terminated the deliberation for the OVP’s proposed budget, which was longer compared to the 20-minute approval made by the House Committee on Appropriations for the OVP’s budget proposal for next year. Citing parliamentary courtesy, Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. made a motion to terminate the budget discussion for the OVP’s proposed budget. Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa seconded Revilla’s motion. The post Senators grill VP Duterte on proposed P500-M confidential funds appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Senate panel approves OVP’s proposed P2.3B budget for 2024
The Senate Committee on Finance on Monday approved the proposed P2.385 billion budget of the Office of the Vice President, including the proposed P500 million budget for its confidential and intelligence funds. Vice President Sara Duterte, who leads the OVP, physically attended the deliberation on the proposed budget for her office. The deliberation lasted for about an hour and a half, which is longer compared to the 20-minute approval made by the House Committee on Appropriations for the OVP's budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year. Citing parliamentary courtesy, Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. made a motion to terminate the budget discussion for the OVP’s proposed budget. “Traditionally, with due respect and courtesy to the second highest official of the country. When [it comes to] the budget of OVP, deliberations are terminated after a few pleasantries,” Revilla said. “In view of tradition, I hereby express my support to the OVP and move for the approval of its budget for 2024,” he added. Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, seconded Revilla’s motion. The post Senate panel approves OVP’s proposed P2.3B budget for 2024 appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Gilas win over China stokes patriotic fervor
Senators were among the Filipinos who showed support for Gilas Pilipinas en route to its rousing 96-75 win over China in the FIBA World Cup at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on Saturday night. Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri, Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva, and Senators Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa and Christopher “Bong” Go was seen wearing matching black shirts with the print “West Ph Sea,” short for West Philippine Sea. “Congratulations Gilas Pilipinas! That’s the heart of the Filipino that you’ve shown fighting to the very end. I salute all the players, coaches, and fans because ‘our never-say-die attitude’ gave us the hope to score a victory in the FIBA World Cup,” Go, himself a prolific basketball player, said in Filipino. “While we were saddened by our not qualifying for the Olympics, Gilas did not disappoint the home crowd by showing a big potential for future competitions,” he added. He said the victory over a Chinese team boosts the morale of Filipinos amid the challenges the country is facing in the West Philippine Sea being claimed by Beijing as part of its territory. WPS ours! Asked about the WPS shirts he and the other senators wore during the game, Go said they were given to them to show their being one with the team and the country’s territorial sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea. “The West Philippine Sea is ours!” Go said. “This victory is also for all of us.” For Zubiri, the Philippines, even through basketball, was able to show it would not be bullied by China on the home court, seemingly referencing similarly gallant stands made by the Philippine Coast Guard and Navy in the WPS. “This was the most important game of all! For our pride and for our motherland, the Philippines,” Zubiri said. “We may not have won any of our games for the world championships, but this win was the sweetest of all.” Likewise, Villanueva described the Gilas Pilipinas’ victory over China as the country’s “best win.” Biggest game “Most important basketball game of the year! It feels like we won the championship! Yahoo!” he said. “Our Gilas Pilipinas fought well like each and every one of them knows the story of Ayungin, Recto Bank, Pag-asa Island, etc.” He added: “So proud of them! Everyone contributed! We saw a different Gilas Team; there’s fire in their eyes.” Zubiri explained that their matching shirts with the print “West Ph Sea” was their response to China’s new standard map which also included the exclusive economic zones of the Philippines. 10-dash line “They released a 10-dash line; we wore the T-shirt as a statement that the West Philippines Sea is ours. Mabuhay Gilas! Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!” he said. Meanwhile, Dela Rosa said they have worn the shirts to “awaken the patriotic spirit of our Gilas Pilipinas and motivate them to secure the victory which is symbolic for us Filipinos in light of the recent developments in the West Philippine Sea.” The post Gilas win over China stokes patriotic fervor appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Senators vow to scrutinize 2024 Health budget cut
Several lawmakers on Monday raised concern over the massive slash in the Department of Health's proposed 2024 national budget. Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. said the upper chamber will look into the matter and maintained that sufficient budget allocation for the country’s healthcare system should be prioritized. “We will definitely look into this when we deliberate the National Expenditure Program in the Senate. Health care should be, as it always has been, a priority in formulating the national budget,” he said. Revilla lamented that the current DoH funding allocated for hospitals seems insufficient as it will be smaller compared to the 2023 budget. “Efforts should be made to better meet the needs of the [healtcare] sector,” he said. Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa said he will look into the reason why the budget proponents decided to cut the DoH budget. “I will have to know first from the budget proponents the reason behind the cut and where do they intend to transfer such cut before I can make the proper motion,” he said. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel said wasted allocations will be unacceptable amid the massive budget slash. "There should be no wastage and leakages when it comes to the purchase of vaccines, medicines, vitamins and other supplies. We should not cut the budget for basic services. But in calculating the amounts needed for basic services, we should also not allow the bloating of these amounts," he said. Meanwhile, Senator Francis Tolentino said the government should provide more funding to four specialty hospitals. “During the deliberations, we will ask for the specific reasons for the reductions. The four specialty hospitals deserve more resources considering that they treat non-communicable chronic diseases that are long-lasting such as pulmonary fibrosis and other cardiovascular ailments, among others, affecting a large segment of our population,” Tolentino said. Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, meanwhile, insisted the government should allot additional budget to the DoH to allow it to further improve the healthcare system nationwide. Go earlier vowed to push for a “higher budget” for the DoH when its proposed 2024 budget reaches the Senate. The DoH has allocated P306.1 billion in its 2024 national budget — lower than the P314.7 billion it received for the year 2023. Last year, the Department received the third-highest budget among government agencies with the full backing of the Senate. The post Senators vow to scrutinize 2024 Health budget cut appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Senators alarmed over P10-B cut in proposed DOH 2024 budget
Senators on Monday expressed alarm over the P10 billion budget cut in the Department of Health’s proposed budget for next year. In a statement, Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva said the budget slash in the Health department’s proposed budget for 2024 is “definitely concerning.” “We will look into this and raise this issue during the budget hearing of the Department of Health,” Villanueva said. “We also need to look into the Universal Healthcare Program budget which was already not enough for its full implementation,” he said. He continued: “Filipinos still spend around 40 percent out of pocket expenses for their medical needs, which contributes to poverty in the country. This is why we need to ensure that there will be enough funding for programs that directly benefit our indigent patients.” According to the lawmaker, the Philippines could not afford to put healthcare a second priority after what it went through over the past three years of the Covid-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, Senator Risa Hontiveros expressed her disappointment over the budget slash in the Health department, calling the proposed P5.768 trillion national budget “deficient across the board.” “It is always disappointing whenever there are budget cuts in important social services such as health, education, and social assistance, especially since we are still in the middle of a crisis and the economy is still reeling from the effects of the pandemic,” Hontiveros said in a separate statement. She stressed that even if the country is no longer under a state of public emergency, the government could not withdraw its support for public investment in the healthcare system. “Notwithstanding our limited fiscal space, DBCC [Development Budget Coordination Committee] must continue to explore non-monetary measures – such as continuing new and wider PhilHealth benefit packages, as well as coming up with UHC catch-up plan—to ease the burden of Filipinos,” she said. Senator Grace Poe echoed the same sentiment, stressing that a cut in the Health department’s proposed budget is “not the way to go to have a healthy citizenry.” “We will examine carefully the DOH budget when it reaches the Senate,” Poe said. According to Poe, the government should look into the leakages and inefficiencies in spending instead of slashing funds. Likewise, Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. vowed to look into the budget slash in the Health department’s budget once the Senate tackled the budget. “We will definitely look into this when we deliberate the National Expenditure Program in the Senate. Health care should be, as it always has been, a priority in formulating the national budget,” Revilla said. “The current fund allocated for the hospitals appears not enough so we should strive to address the necessity of the sector,” he added. For his part, Senator Ronald “Bato" dela Rosa said he would like to hear first the reason behind the budget slash before making any comments about it. “I will have to know first from the budget proponents the reason behind the cut and where do they intend to transfer such cut before I can make the proper motion,” Dela Rosa said. Over the weekend, Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto revealed that the Health department’s budget will be slashed to P199.1 billion next year from P209.1 billion this year, under the 2024 National Expenditure Program. Recto said the the trimmed budget allocation for the DoH may be attributed to the “big payroll and overhead in maintaining a large bureaucracy, plus rising debt service” which boxed out social services. The post Senators alarmed over P10-B cut in proposed DOH 2024 budget appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
ICC probe: Allow now, challenge later
The Philippines may just let the International Criminal Court’s investigation into the bloody drug war of the previous administration roll in the meantime and then challenge its jurisdiction later, according to Cagayan de Oro Rep. Rufus Rodriguez Thursday. The government, whose plea to block the probe fell on deaf ears, has high hopes the international tribunal would eventually grant its appeal to lay off the country. “The proper and only course of action for the Republic of the Philippines is to raise the issue of jurisdiction when the case is eventually filed in the ICC. Jurisdiction can be questioned at any stage of the proceedings,” said Rodriguez, a lawyer. “When the case is brought to the ICC, we raise the issue of jurisdiction, and the Philippines will surely secure its dismissal for lack of jurisdiction,” he added. Calls have been made to end the ICC’s probe into former President Rodrigo Duterte’s “war on drugs” that claimed thousands of lives during his six years in office that started in 2016. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has firmly maintained that the country would not engage with the ICC, insisting the government would not let the court interfere in the country’s business. ‘Oplan Tokhang’ Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, who during the Duterte administration led the anti-drug campaign known as “Oplan Tokhang,” had previously said he was ready in case a warrant of arrest was served on him, but only if by Philippine authorities and not by any foreigner directed by the ICC. But for Rodriguez, the government officials concerned should compose themselves and study the ICC decision well. “There is no need for our government officials to make many extraneous comments on the decision,” he said. Some 6,000 persons were reportedly killed in Duterte’s drug war, according to government data, the majority of whom were from low-income families. However, local and international human rights organizations estimated the number of victims at more than 30,000. Meanwhile, senators expressed dismay at the ICC decision that turned down the Philippine appeal, saying there was no need for it since the Philippines has a “working justice system.” Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. on Thursday said the ICC should not be allowed to meddle in the country’s affairs. “We do not need to remind them that we are a free, independent, and sovereign nation governed by our laws,” he said. Revilla said that since Philippine government officials will be held liable for violations, the laws of the country should prevail and not of foreign prosecutors. “I am befuddled by the ICC’s pursuit of this obvious baseless persecution while legitimate concerns and crimes against humanity are being perpetrated in other parts of the world as we speak. It is obvious the ICC’s interest here is not justice but something else entirely,” he said. Operating very well Senator Mark Villar said there was no need for any international body to intervene in the country’s justice system, stressing that Philippine democracy is fully functioning. He said the Philippine justice system is “operating very well” and it could address its own human rights concerns. “Our government has a very strong justice system that is working so I don’t think we need international interference. We have our courts, we have a strong justice system, that’s what I believe,” Villar said in a recent interview. Aside from Duterte and Dela Rosa, the ICC report included Senator Christopher “Bong” Go and incumbent Vice President Sara Duterte in the probe. Unfazed Dela Rosa has remained unfazed by the ICC ruling and is even mulling another Senate term, although he said the ICC probe will affect a reelection bid. “Since I am identified with the former president, I may not get the votes. The votes I will get will be those in support of [former] president Duterte. But the support may even grow since many Filipinos are also angered by [the ICC’s] interference in our sovereignty, so its impact on my reelection bid may even be positive,” he said. Dela Rosa reiterated that the drug war was launched by the Duterte administration not for any personal gain but “to protect the Filipino people from the drug menace, especially our youth.” The post ICC probe: Allow now, challenge later appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
BATO DARES ICC ‘I am here, arrest me!’
By: Ann JEnireene Gomez and Alvin Murcia With GLEN JACOB JOSE, Tiziana Celine Piatos AND JOM GARNER, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa warned of “big trouble” if the International Criminal Court comes to the Philippines to arrest him or anyone else. “I already expected that, their insistence on meddling in our domestic affairs. Let them, let them do what they want,” Dela Rosa said in Filipino in an interview with Frontline Tonight. “I’ll be here, I am not hiding. If they have a warrant of arrest, let them serve the warrant,” Dela Rosa said, with one caveat — that he’ll only allow himself to be arrested by Philippine authorities and not by any foreigner ordered to do so by the ICC. Dela Rosa was responding to a statement of Senate President Miguel Zubiri that the government will have no choice but to turn over anyone to the ICC if the arrest warrant will be coursed through local courts and will be served by local authorities. “We are still a sovereign country, and they (accused) are still citizens of this country. They do that with many other countries. However, the danger there is if Senator Bato dela Rosa goes to a country that is friendly to the ICC, then they will arrest him. Here in the Philippines, the process is they must coordinate with the local courts,” Zubiri said. The ICC’s Appeals Chamber voted 3-2 on Tuesday to deny the Philippines’ appeal to stop the ICC Office of the Prosecutor from resuming its investigation. “There’s no problem if the Philippine government would be the one to arrest me, but not the foreigners,” he said. “If it’s the government of the Philippines that would decide to arrest me, what can I do? But if they (ICC) would come here to take me, our government would have none of that.” “There’s going to be big trouble if they would insist on coming here against our government’s expressed will. That would be too blatant an interference and they would be treating us like fools,” he added. Chill Meanwhile, Senator Francis Tolentino, who offered to stand as legal counsel for a fellow lawmaker in the ICC probe, advised Dela Rosa to “Just chill”. “I accept the proposal of Sen. Dela Rosa to a lawyer for him. I am now speaking as the counsel for Senator Dela Rosa,” said Tolentino, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights, in an online press conference yesterday. He said nothing has changed in the Philippines’ position on the dismissal of the ICC Pre-Chamber in the country’s appeal regarding the probe of the “war on drugs.” The ICC, he added, has no jurisdiction in the Philippines. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Wednesday advised former president Rodrigo Duterte and Dela Rosa to stay away from countries where the ICC has influence. Dela Rosa is accused of implementing the alleged iron-fist policy of Duterte as a Davao regional police official and later as Duterte’s first Philippine National Police chief in 2016. “They are citizens of the republic who also need our protection,” Remulla said, adding that Duterte and Dela Rosa should refrain from going to countries in Europe. Why Sara? But even before Remulla came out with his advice, Dela Rosa had already said he would not deliver himself to the ICC. “I will make sure not to go to those countries that are friendly with the ICC,” he said. He also brushed aside efforts to involve Vice President Sara Duterte in the ICC probe, calling the move politically motivated against one who could become the country’s next president. He reiterated that the Vice President’s name was never mentioned in proceedings that looked into the alleged activities of the so-called Davao Death Squad. On Wednesday, the Department of Justice maintained that the ICC has no jurisdiction to investigate the extrajudicial killings allegedly committed during the Duterte administration’s so-called war on drugs. The DoJ expressed deep disappointment and strong disagreement with the denial by the ICC of the Office of the Solicitor General’s appeal to stop the probe on account of the Philippines having withdrawn from the ICC, and its having a fully functioning justice system. It said the rejection of the appeal was based on the ICC’s flawed interpretation of its jurisdiction as a court of last resort — that it could only assume jurisdiction when a member country showed it was not capable of investigating and prosecuting crimes within its borders. The DoJ pointed out that the principle of complementarity, enshrined in the Rome Statute that created the ICC, recognizes the jurisdiction of local courts to try crimes within their respective countries. “The dissenting opinions of two esteemed justices out of the five-judge panel highlight the grave errors in the majority decision,” the DoJ said in a statement. “These dissenting justices rightly recognized the Philippines’ commitment to upholding the rule of law and maintaining an independent and effective legal system.” “Their dissenting opinions underscore the existence of a legitimate difference of legal interpretation, casting doubt on the majority’s ruling,” it added. Remulla had lambasted the ICC for meddling in Philippine affairs and said the government would not honor any arrest warrant issued by the ICC. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his predecessor, Duterte, had been firm in saying the ICC had no jurisdiction over events that transpired in the Philippines. PNP no ICC lackey Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police said it would not be dictated to by the ICC as it recognizes the stance of the government that the international tribunal has no jurisdiction over the conduct of the drug war probe. “The PNP is under the executive department and we will follow the lead of the national government that there is a question with respect to sovereignty and jurisdiction of the ICC,” PNP spokesperson P/Col. Jean Fajardo said. Duterte, as Davao City mayor from 2011 to 2016 and as the country’s president from 2016 to 2022, is seen as the ICC prosecutor’s primary target, along with his former police chief, Dela Rosa. Government data showed that about 6,200 people died in “legitimate” anti-drug operations during the Duterte presidency, including law enforcement officers killed in action. Government critics claim as many as 15,000 to 30,000 were killed. Meanwhile, Vice President Duterte appeared to have been included in the complaints filed with the ICC prosecutor, along with her father’s long-time aide, the now Senator Christopher “Bong” Go. “No comment,” was the terse reply of the Vice President’s camp on her alleged inclusion in the ICC complaints. Go, on the other hand, said the ICC had no “business meddling in our internal affairs, where our courts remain fully functional and free from political interference.” “Probes into the war on drugs are presently being conducted by the competent authorities. Filipinos should be judged by fellow Filipinos before Philippine courts operating under Philippine laws,” Go said. With the ICC ruling, the DoJ vowed to continue to defend the sovereignty and integrity of the nation’s legal system and strongly urged the ICC to reconsider its decision and recognize the Philippines’ unwavering commitment to the rule of law and the pursuit of justice. “Furthermore, we would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our commitment to the well-being and support of all victims affected by the drug war,” Remulla’s department said. “The DoJ, in collaboration with other relevant agencies, is willing and able to assist those who had suffered harm or loss during this challenging period. We encourage all individuals with evidence and witnesses to come forward and share their testimonies with us,” it added. Former president Duterte, through his former spokesperson Harry Roque, shrugged off the ICC decision. In a Facebook post, Roque said Duterte has always maintained that as an independent and sovereign state, only Philippine courts can try any crime committed in Philippine territory. “He has time and again said that because of this, he will face all his accusers anytime but before Philippine courts and before Filipino judges only,” Roque said. In a television interview, Zubiri said the upper chamber would “not give up” Dela Rosa should the ICC issue a warrant of arrest against the latter. “Without the local warrant of arrest issued by the courts, then as far as I’m concerned, he is still a working member of the Senate and accorded of course that respect, similar to Senator De Lima and Senator [Antonio] Trillanes,” he said. “Only when the warrant of arrest was issued, then we allowed or we agreed that he may be taken in custody,” he added. The post BATO DARES ICC ‘I am here, arrest me!’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Rody top choice for Senate race
Former President Rodrigo Duterte remains the top-of-mind choice among voters for the 2025 Senate race. Duterte ranked first among potential Senate candidates in the Pahayag 2023 Second Quarter Survey results released by Publicus Asia on Monday. Publicus Asia said Duterte’s popularity demonstrates his strong appeal among the voting population despite a slight drop in popularity from 55 percent in the previous quarter to 51 percent. The survey findings also highlight the impressive performances of Doc Willie Ong and Erwin Tulfo, who shared the second and third spots with significant support of 44 percent each. The fourth and fifth positions went to incumbent senators seeking re-election. Senator Christopher “Bong” Go and Senator Imee Marcos garnered 39 percent support, establishing themselves as formidable contenders in the upcoming race. Former Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso and former Senate President Vicente C. Sotto were tied at sixth and seventh at 36 percent. Similarly, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa and former Senator Panfilo Lacson were tied at 35 percent, while Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro followed at 31 percent. Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque came up at 25 percent. The results “(emphasized) the diverse range of candidates vying for Senate seats,” Publicis Asia said. The survey also revealed the rise of former Vice President Leni Robredo and former Senator Francis Pangilinan into the sought-after Magic 12, getting 28 percent and 25 percent, respectively. According to Publicus Asia, the Pahayag 2023 survey is an independent and non-commissioned survey that offers valuable insights into the current political landscape and reflects the electorate’s preferences at this stage. The survey organization explained that it randomly selected 1,500 respondents from a market research panel of over 200,000 Filipinos maintained by a panel marketplace with a global presence of participants based in the United States. To ensure a representative sample, the respondents were spread across five geographical areas: National Capital Region, North Central Luzon, South Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The sample included only registered Filipino voters to capture the sentiments of the voting population accurately. The post Rody top choice for Senate race appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Former President Duterte tops 2025 senate survey
Former President Rodrigo Duterte remains the top-of-mind choice among voters for the upcoming 2025 Senate Race. This is after the former President ranked first among potential Senate candidates in the "Pahayag 2023 Second Quarter Survey" results, which Publicus Asia released on Monday. Publicus Asia said that Duterte's popularity demonstrates his strong appeal among the voting population despite a slight drop in popularity from 55 percent in the previous quarter to 51 percent. The survey findings also highlight the impressive performances of Doc Willie Ong and Erwin Tulfo, who share the second and third positions with a significant support base of 44 percent each. The fourth and fifth positions prominently feature incumbent senators seeking re-election. Senator Christopher 'Bong' Go and Senator Maria Imelda "Imee" Marcos garnered 39 percent support, establishing themselves as formidable contenders in the upcoming race. Former Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso and former Senate President Vicente "Tito Sotto" C. Sotto are tied at 36 percent, showcasing their competitive position in the race. Similarly, Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa and former Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson, along with Defense Secretary Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro, are tied at 35 percent and 31 percent, respectively. Former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque follows at 25 percent. The results "(emphasized) the diverse range of candidates vying for Senate seats." Furthermore, the survey reveals the rise of former Vice President Maria Leonor "Leni" Robredo and former Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan in the sought-after 'Magic 12,' getting 28 percent and 25 percent of the respondents' support, respectively. According to Publicus Asia, the Pahayag 2023 survey is an independent and non-commissioned survey that offers valuable insights into the current political landscape and reflects the electorate's preferences at this stage. The survey organization explained that it randomly selected 1,500 respondents from a market research panel of over 200,000 Filipinos maintained by a panel marketplace with a global presence of participants based in the United States. To ensure a representative sample, the respondents were spread across five geographical areas: National Capital Region, North Central Luzon, South Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The sample only included registered Filipino voters to capture the sentiments of the voting population accurately. The post Former President Duterte tops 2025 senate survey appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Senate tackles airlines’ booking glitches, offloading mess
Growing complaints from various passengers against budget carrier, Cebu Pacific’s overbooking, offloading, and booking glitches have reached the Senate inquiry on Wednesday. This came after Senate committee chairperson, Senator Nancy Binay, filed Senate Resolution No. 575 pushing for an investigation on the customers’ complaints against Cebu Pacific due to recent flight cancellations. During the hearing, Binay said her office was able to compile at least 3,000 complaints from the passengers, which have been aired through social media platforms. “We have since seen it fit to invite our other airlines to this hearing because these problems, it seemed, have only grown in number. Our passengers face inconveniences on multiple fronts on account of flight delays, cancelations, offloading, and overbooking,” Binay stressed. Overseas worker, James Bartolome, said he has yet to receive his refund from Cebu Pacific after his flight going to Qatar was canceled. After knowing that his original flight was canceled, Bartolome opted to book another airline as the budget carrier won’t be able to give him an earlier flight. Senator JV Ejercito said the airport and airline operations will provide the “first and last impressions” to the tourists and potential investors entering the country. “We need to systematize this for our tourism and business climate,” he said, sharing that he was not even spared from experiencing flight delays. Binay emphasized the need to identify problems and immediately craft strategies to prevent similar complaints in the future. Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said that Cebu Pacific and other similar airline companies should acknowledge the impacts of flight cancellations and other airline mess. “Incidents like these could discourage tourists so this hearing should serve as a platform to air the grievances of the frustrated and helpless passengers,” Go said, citing that these may affect the country’s tourism industry and the economy. “Remember that we are still reviving from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,” he added. Go said the airlines must immediately act and rectify these issues by imposing proper mechanisms for compensating affected passengers—which includes food provisions during flight cancellation and alternative flight schedules. During the hearing, several Cebu Pacific passengers also complained about apparent website errors that resulted in them being charged multiple times for transactions yet it appeared to be unsuccessful. Cebu Pacific chief marketing and customer experience officer, Candice Iyog, explained that there is a part of the flow where if a passenger clicks proceed, it commits the changes even before the passenger pays. “We recognize that and we are taking that feedback as well,” Iyog said. The Cebu Pacific, she added, is already working on “a fix or an enhancement” to the interface of the website, which will likely be ready at the end of this month. “Depending on when it's ready, we're looking at possibly, end of July that we will be able to implement this change in the user experience,” she said. Senator Risa Hontiveros lamented that in several instances when passengers’ original flights were canceled, Cebu Pacific offered flight rebooking and passengers were immediately made to pay before they could confirm their purchase of travel tickets. Citing a passenger’s experience, the airline’s website technical issue made them pay a bill of P16,000-worth of add-ons after availing of Cebu Pacific’s free rebooking option, following the cancellation of flights. Iyog said they recently reminded their customer service agents to allow passengers to get back to their original flight or to remove add-ons that were “accidentally added.” “We don’t want to cancel flights for our passengers. It’s bad business and we don’t want to disrupt our passengers—that’s why we give options,” Iyog noted. Tougher passengers’ rights Meanwhile, Senator Grace Poe slammed the budget carrier for lacking customer service agents directly responding to these complaints. Poe called on for a tougher policy on air passengers' rights to address the cancellations and delays in flights by local airlines besetting travelers. "This pressing public service issue calls for urgent effective solutions as it involves not only the air passengers' rights but also the overall impact on the country's tourism and economy,” she added. While overbooking is a globally accepted practice, Poe said "systematic delays and cancellations are not." Also, Hontiveros pressed that the government agencies should step in to prevent more passengers from being disrupted in their travels due to canceled, rescheduled, and delayed flights in Cebu Pacific and other airline companies. “These kinds of inconveniences disrupt the travel experiences also of tourists, and as the chair said, could negatively affect the tourism sector,” she added. Aside from the reported overbooking, offloading, booking, and flight cancellations, Senator Raffy Tulfo said that adding extra flights daily amid lacking proper airplane maintenance can be called “abuses of the airline companies.” He lamented that it could pose danger and compromise the safety of all airline passengers, “There were safety issues surrounding the uploading, overbooking, and flight cancellations of airlines. If these airlines don’t care about fulfilling their obligations to provide air transport for their passengers, I will not be surprised that they are cutting corners when it comes to safety as well,” Tulfo pressed on. Tulfo said extra flights can also cause fatigue in pilots and flight attendants. For his part, Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa wants the Civil Aeronautics Board to become proactive in resolving the massive airline mess in the country. Dela Rosa asked CAB if it is amenable to institutionalize the Air Passenger Bill of Rights in order to protect the public from erring airline companies. "What is your position? Do you agree with the proposal to create a law that will institutionalize the Air Passenger Bill of Rights?" asked Dela Rosa. In response, CAB Executive Director Carmelo Arcilla, said they have been very supportive of the proposal. “But it seems it is not among the priorities of Congress,” he said. Dela Rosa said he is mulling to proposed the bill in the Senate “not to discourage the airline industry but to protect the public interest. The post Senate tackles airlines’ booking glitches, offloading mess appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Duterte not keen to lead Marcos drug war
Despite the lobbying of his close allies, Former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte has rejected calls for him to become the country’s anti-drug czar under the Marcos administration. Duterte said he is not keen on leading the government’s anti-drug campaign, saying President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. should be given "the greatest elbow room" to do so in a year. “Mukhang hindi na rin tama (I don't think it's right), Pastor, because there is the President duly elected and it is his duty to enforce the law and solve crimes,” Duterte told Pastor Apollo Quiboloy in an interview on the SMNI Channel aired Wednesday night. Duterte preferred to leave the job to Marcos, stressing that “it’s a matter of leadership.” “Let us give Marcos the greatest elbow room leeway to do his job in just one year,” he said. Senators Christopher “Bong” Go earlier raised the idea to make Duterte the anti-drug czar during a Senate hearing into the recent multibillion shabu haul, where various members of the Philippine National Police were implicated for alleged illegal drug trade and cover-up activities. Go said the previous government had significantly reduced drug syndicates and criminality. “It's really necessary, we really need to apply the iron hand to these policemen. They really need to be scared,” he stressed. Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela, who was Duterte’s PNP chief when the anti-drug war was launched, backed Go’s recommendation, saying the former President is a good fit for the position. ”Ako, personally, maganda sana. Babalik iyong takot ng mga drug syndicate, particularly sa mga pulis na involved dito sa drugs, mga ninja cop,” he said in an earlier interview. The post Duterte not keen to lead Marcos drug war appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Padilla resigns as EVP, but stays in PDP
The resignation of Senator Robin Padilla as executive vice president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan surprised his party mates. Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, a member of PDP Laban, admitted that he had no idea Padilla would resign. “Senator Bong Go and I were surprised too. But we respect his opinion,” Dela Rosa said in a chance interview at the Senate on Tuesday. “That is his prerogative.” Padilla earlier announced that he had tendered his irrevocable resignation as EVP of PDP Laban to “concentrate on fulfilling his duties as a senator.” Likewise, former Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi, vice chair of the party, said Padilla’s resignation surprised him considering his important role in the party. Cusi said Padilla had served as the “face of the party in our advocacy for Federalism.” “I have not talked to him to determine his reasons,” Cusi added. Padilla made it clear, however, that he intended to remain a member of the party and to continue participating actively in its advocacies. “I believe my decision is for the good of the party and its members, and more importantly, for the Filipino people,” he said. The PDP Laban, he said, has much more to achieve hence, the need for an EVP who could devote more time to its affairs. He said with heavy responsibilities as an elected official, it would be better if someone else filled his shoes. “As an incumbent senator with a heavy mandate, I am aware that other duties, including my position as EVP of the party, must give way to my ability to fulfill my sworn duty to the people,” he said. Padilla was elected acting executive vice president of PDP Laban last August replacing Karlo Alexei Nograles who resigned on being appointed chairman of the Civil Service Commission. The post of EVP is considered the second-highest position in the once-ruling party that is chaired by former President Rodrigo Duterte. The post Padilla resigns as EVP, but stays in PDP appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
PDP-Laban ‘surprised’ by Padilla’s resignation
The resignation of Senator Robin Padilla as executive vice president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan came as a surprise to his party mates. Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, a member of the PDP-Laban, admitted that he had no idea about Padilla’s decision. “Senator Bong Go and I were surprised, too. But we respect his opinion,” Dela Rosa said in a chance interview at the Senate on Tuesday. “That is his prerogative,” he added. Padilla earlier announced that he had tendered his irrevocable resignation as executive vice president of the PDP-Laban to “concentrate on fulfilling his duties as a senator.” Likewise, former Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi, vice chair of the party, said that Padilla’s resignation surprised him considering his important role in the party. “It surprised me considering he is the face of the party in our advocacy for federalism,” Cusi said in a text message. “I have not talked to him to determine his reasons,” he added. Despite his resignation from his post in the party, Padilla made it clear in his letter that he intends to remain a member of the party and continue to participate actively in its advocacies. “Today, May 29, I tender my irrevocable resignation as EVP of PDP-Laban. That said, I intend to remain a member of the party,” he said. “I believe my decision is for the good of the party and its members -- and more importantly, for the Filipino people,” he added. Padilla noted the PDP-Laban has much to achieve, hence the need for an EVP who can devote more time to its affairs. He added that as he has heavy responsibilities as an elected official, it would be better if someone else filled his shoes. “As an incumbent senator with a heavy mandate, I am aware that other duties -- including my position as EVP of the party -- must give way to my ability to fulfill my sworn duty to the people,” he said. Padilla was elected acting executive vice president last August, replacing Karlo Alexei Nograles who resigned from the post upon being appointed as Chairman of the Civil Service Commission. The position is considered the second-highest position in the once-ruling party, which is currently chaired by former president Rodrigo Duterte. The post PDP-Laban ‘surprised’ by Padilla’s resignation appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Go calls for continuing campaign vs illegal drugs, criminality
Amid the prevalence of drug cases even involving some members of the Philippine National Police, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has called on the government to adopt stricter and more robust measures to address the persistent challenges of illegal drugs and criminality in the country. In an ambush interview after his visit to Sta. Cruz, Manila on Wednesday, 24 May, Go acknowledged that eradicating illegal drugs and criminality requires a multifaceted approach, encompassing both law enforcement and social reform. Drawing inspiration from the successful campaigns during former president Rodrigo Duterte’s administration, Go expressed that similar strong-arm tactics and approaches are necessary to continue building a safer society. He likewise added that a renewed focus on combating drug issues will contribute to a safer and more secure country. “Ako po ay nasasayangan kung mawala ang inumpisahan ni dating pangulong Rodrigo Duterte, ‘yung inumpisahan niyang labanan po itong iligal na droga. Alam n’yo kapag bumalik po ang iligal na droga, babalik po ang korapsyon sa gobyerno, nabibili eh. At babalik po ang kriminalidad, ‘yun po ang takot ko dito. Itong kapulisan medyo kamay na bakal ang kailangan dito. Kailangan talagang takutin,” Go urged. During the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs hearing on Tuesday, 23 May, Go asked the PNP leadership about the possibility of tapping former president Duterte as the government’s anti-drug czar, considering the latter’s campaign saw a notable decline in crime rates. “Ako naman, sabi ko nga prerogative po ‘yan ng appointing authority, ang mahal na Pangulong Bongbong Marcos. Kung saka-sakali naman, malaking tulong po si former president Duterte. Ibig sabihin ang kailangan dito ay talagang kamay na bakal, takutin mo talaga. Pero kailangan may ngipin. Kung gagawin man siyang drug czar dapat may ngipin kasi kapag walang ngipin hindi katatakutan ‘yan,” Go asserted. “Napag-usapan lang po ‘yun dahil talagang dismayado tayo sa mga nadiskubreng kalokohan. Mga pulis pa naman itong mga ito, dapat nga kayo ang magprotekta sa taumbayan, kayo pa ang pumasok sa droga. Alam n’yo bawat isang gramo na kumalat diyan sa daan, ito napakalaking quantity po ito ng droga, ilang buhay na naman kaya ang sisirain nito kapag kumalat ‘yan sa daan. Ilang pamilya ang masisira, ilang buhay ang wawasakin, ilang pamilya ang wawasakin kapag kumalat ang droga na ‘yan. Alam n’yo salot talaga ang droga na ‘yan,” he lamented. Go’s colleague, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, then expressed his support for the idea, saying, “Ako, personally, maganda sana kasi babalik ang takot ng mga drug syndicates, particularly ‘yung mga pulis na involved—‘yung mga ninja cops. Matatakot at matatakot talaga ‘yan.” The senator also stressed the importance of immediately addressing underlying issues that contribute to these problems. He has called for stronger coordination among various law enforcement agencies to ensure a holistic approach in combating these issues. “Dapat talagang himayin nang mabuti, kasuhan na po ang dapat kasuhan. Ihiwalay po ang mga bulok para hindi makahawa at lumabas po ang katotohanan. At suportado ko si Sen. Bato dela Rosa sa kanyang layuning malaman po ang katotohanan,” underscored Go. “Kaya nga po nagdidinig sa Senado, kaya nga po nagkakaroon tayo ng public hearing sa Public Order Committee para malaman ang katotohanan. Kaya lang parang pinapaikot-ikot na lang po ang istorya at ang iba po’y hindi nagko-cooperate,” he continued. In the end, Go said that he is convinced that President Marcos possesses the necessary determination to implement effective measures that will address the drug problem at its core, highlighting, “Alam ko naman na seryoso po ang ating administrasyon na sugpuin po ang iligal na droga. Nagtitiwala po ako sa leadership ng Philippine National Police, disente po itong taong ito.” “Importante lang dito talaga ay medyo strong position na takutin mo, dapat takutin mo talaga. Kapag hindi mo takutin mamayagpag po ang mga sindikato na ‘yan,” he concluded. The post Go calls for continuing campaign vs illegal drugs, criminality appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
To `sow fear’ among scalawags, Go proposes Duterte anti-drug czar
Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go on Tuesday raised the idea of making former president Rodrigo Duterte the country’s anti-drug czar to “sow fear” among cops involved in criminalities. Go made this suggestion during the discussion of the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs on the possible cover-up by the Philippine National Police among its ranks involved in the P6.7-billion “shabu” haul in Manila last year. At the hearing, Go asked former PNP Chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. if Duterte would be helpful should he be tapped as the country’s anti-drug czar by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. “If ever, well. It’s a prerogative of the President as the appointing authority. If ever, do you think it would be helpful if President Duterte will be appointed as drug czar?" Go said in vernacular. Azurin responded that he will be supportive of any government initiative to eliminate the distribution of illegal drugs in the country. “I don’t know if I can comment on that, what the setup would be, but anything on the campaign against illegal drugs, I will be supportive,” he said. Considering the number of cops allegedly involved in the supposed “recycling” of confiscated drugs, Go sees the efforts of the Duterte administration against drug activities and criminalities might be put to waste “if it continues to proliferate.” “Let’s not waste what former President Duterte started to fight against illegal drugs. Once the illegal drugs return, we know that criminality and corruption will also go back,” Go said. Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, the committee chairperson, expressed dismay and frustration over the alleged involvement of policemen in the “shabu” mess considering that the country’s war on drugs campaign has already reached the international scene. “I feel bad about it, you listen to me all policemen, my case has already reached the ICC because of our fight against illegal drugs. Despite this, all you think about is money. You are even in a syndicate. I can't digest this if this is happening to the police—joining a syndicate,” Dela Rosa said in vernacular. Dela Rosa said the Senate panel has acquired substantial basis to conclude that there was “really an attempt to cover up” the arrest of PMSgt. Rodolfo Mayo during an illegal drug operation last year. “For me, it is an attempted cover-up. It was not fully consummated by the fact that in the end, Mayo was also charged,” he said. Mayo was physically present during the second and third hearings on his case. But he did not divulge anything nor implicate anyone in the illegal matter. The senators cited Mayo in contempt for refusing to cooperate with Dela Rosa warned the attempted cover-up “has yet to be seen.” Senators also cited Mayo’s superior, National Capital Region Drug Enforcement officer-in-charge Lieutenant Colonel Arnulfo Ibañez, in contempt for testifying that he was not aware of his subordinate’s activities. The post To `sow fear’ among scalawags, Go proposes Duterte anti-drug czar appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Operasyon ni Bong Revilla sa gallbladder successful: Palabas na po kami ng ospital
LUBOS ang pasasalamat ng actor-politician na si Senador Bong Revilla dahil naging matagumpay ang operasyon sa kanyang gallbladder. Magugunita noong March 27 ay isinugod sa ospital sa Taguig City ang senador dahil sa matinding pananakit ng tiyan na kalaunan ay napag-alamang dahil sa “gallstones” o mga bato sa apdo. At kinabukasan nga niyan ay isinailalim […] The post Operasyon ni Bong Revilla sa gallbladder successful: Palabas na po kami ng ospital appeared first on Bandera......»»
Bong Go, Bato, Robin aid Bulacan typhoon victims
Senators Bong Go, Ronald dela Rosa and Robinhood Padilla personally extended their support on Thursday to residents of San Miguel, Bulacan who were affected by Super Typhoon Karding......»»
Senado, tinalakay ang pagbuo ng MDDA
Ni Vhal Divinagracia PINANGUNAHAN ni Senator Francis Tolentino ang pagtalakay ng Senate Committee on Local Government ang panukalang pagbubuo ng Metropolitan Davao Development Authority o MDDA. Inusisa nito ang Senate Bills Nos. 2116, 2153, 2157 na inihain nina Senators Imee Marcos, Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa at Christopher “Bong” Go hinggil sa pagbuo ng MDDA. Ang […].....»»
Solon, sang-ayon sa mungkahi ng NEA para sa operasyon ng FICELCO
Bato, Catanduanes – Bagamat tutol ang National Electrification Administration (NEA) sa rekomendasyon ng Sangguniang Panlalawigan na isapribado ang FICELCO, pabor naman si Congressman Bong Teves sa mungkahing joint venture agreement o iba pang scheme ang gawin para sa ficelco. Sa panayam ng Bicol Peryodiko, sinabi ni Cong. Teves na sa anumang paraang legal para […].....»»